Checklist for EMU Aviation Flight Technology

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1 Checklist for EMU Aviation Flight Technology Apply to Eastern Michigan University: emich.edu/apply Apply for Financial Aid, Grants, and Scholarships For International -OR- VA Students ONLY: Complete the additional checklist Obtain Class I Flight Medical: List of examiners on back Complete Eagle Flight Centre Application Fill out: Application for Flight Status (front and back) Review and Sign: Flight Training Agreement Review and Sign: Insurance Wavier Schedule an Enrollment Appointment with Eagle Flight Centre: visit emich.edu/aviation Please bring the following: Eagle Flight Centre Application: Application for Flight Status, Flight Training Agreement, and Insurance Wavier Driver s License Passport -OR- Certificate of Live Birth Class I Medical Airman Certificate(s) (If applicable) Be prepared to make a $250 Enrollment Fee : Check, Debit or Credit card is accepted, please no cash payments Obtain Drug Test Release Form: Drug testing is a requirement of Eastern Michigan University and the Aviation Flight Technology Program, this must be completed within 48 hours of enrollment at Eagle Flight Centre. Secure department permission to register for flight courses Schedule and Attend an Orientation Program: FastTrack (Freshman Students) -OR- Transfer in a Day (Transfer Students) Register for Classes: See suggested plan - To avoid delayed funding: Register early! The medical exam and drug test MUST be completed before you will be permitted to register for flight courses. Meet with an Academic Counselor: If you have did not attend FastTrack or Transfer in a Day - Meet with College of Technology Adviser ( ). Contact Financial Aid: Follow the Financial Aid Checklist Submit your Availability Form to Eagle Flight Centre: info@eagleflighttraining.com Attend the Mandatory Aviation Orientation Schedule your first lesson with your instructor! Once drug results are received and all items on this checklist are completed your flight instructor will contact you at the beginning of the semester. ANY QUESTIONS CONTACT EAGLE FLIGHT CENTRE AT

2 Medical Certificate Privileges First Class Medical: Exercising the pilot-in-command privileges of an airline transport pilot certificate; exercising the second-incommand privileges of an airline transport pilot certificate; When serving as a required pilot flight crew member. Second Class Medical: Second-in-command privileges of an airline transport pilot certificate; exercising privileges of a commercial pilot certificate. Third Class Medical: Exercising the privileges of a private pilot certificate; exercising the privileges of a private pilot certificate; exercising the privileges of a student pilot certificate; exercising the privileges of a flight instructor certificate and acting as the pilot in command; taking a practical test in an aircraft for a recreational pilot, private pilot, commercial pilot, or airline transport pilot certificate, or for a flight instructor certificate. For a summary of medical standards and disqualifying conditions please visit: faa.gov/about/office_org/headquarters_offices/avs/offices/aam/ame/guide/standards/ Obtaining a Flight Medical In order to start flight training, you must obtain a Flight Medical from an Aviation Medical Examiner (AME). We have provided you with a list of AMEs in the surrounding area. You may also elect to use an AME of your own choosing. Keep in mind, not all AMEs perform Class I Medicals. Please make sure to schedule an appointment with an appropriate AME. You can find one in your area here: faa.gov/pilots/amelocator Dr. Robert J. Gordon, D.O. 965 S. Main Street Plymouth, MI Office Phone: Dr. Daniel K. Chapman, M.D., M.P.H. Occupational Health Services University of Michigan Hospital C380 Med Inn Building 1500 East Medical Centre Drive Ann Arbor, MI Office Phone: Dr. John E. Freitas, M.D. (Pilot) St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Department of Radiology 5301 E. Huron River Dr. Ann Arbor, MI Office Phone: x3063 Contact List Eagle Flight Centre 3099 Tyler Rd / 830 Willow Run Ypsilanti, MI Joe Mills Chief Flight Instructor joe@eagleflighttraining.com Tom Simon Director of Marketing & Recruitment tom@eagleflighttraining.com College of Technology 122 Sill Hall Joleen Hargis Academic Adviser jhargis2@emich.edu Bia Hamed Academic Adviser bia.hamed@emich.edu Dr. Jerry Delaney Aviation Program Coordinator jdelane4@emich.edu Eastern Michigan University Admissions Advising 200 McKenny Hall Financial Aid 403 Pierce Hall FASFA School Code: Jennifer Tremewan Assistant Director jtremewan@emich.edu Registration 303 Pierce Hall records_and_registration@emich.edu

3 Fees per Semester (15 Credit Hours) Estimated EMU Tuition & Fees Per Semester US Resident Estimated Tuition & Fees $5,959 Estimated Room & Board $4,926 This is an estimated cost; other fees may apply tuition rates of $397 per credit hour. Undergraduate tuition and fees are based on rates plus an estimated 3% increase Estimated Flight Training Costs Flight training estimates are based on a median time and cost expectation of FAA Part 61 and Part 141 requirements, not the minimums. Your flight training costs may be higher or lower depending on how well you progress. These fees are in addition to tuition at Eastern Michigan University. A typical lesson is about two (2) hours. Required Flight Courses Median Time Written Flight Record Flight Test Test Fee Training AVFO 175a Private Pilot Certification I 38+ Flight Hours, 12+ Ground Hours $150 - $100 $8,300 AVFO 175b Private Pilot Certification II AVFO 245 AVFO 361 Instrument Pilot Certification Commercial Flight Instruction AVFO 371a Commercial Certification I AVFO 371b Commercial Certification II 38+ Flight Hours, 12+ Ground Hours 50+ Flight Hours, 25+ Ground Hours 45+ Flight Hours, 10+ Ground Hours 45+ Flight Hours, 10+ Ground Hours 45+ Flight Hours, 10+ Ground Hours - $400 $100 $8,300 $150 $400 $100 $9,400 $150 - $100 $7, $100 $7,500 - $400 $100 $7,500 Required Restricted Flight Courses (choose either AVFO 426 -OR- AVFO 427; Students may choose both courses) 20+ Flight Hours*, AVFO 426 Multi-Engine Flight Instruction - $400 $50 $6, Ground Hours AVFO 427 TOTAL Flight Instructor: Airplane Elective Restricted Flight Courses 27+ Flight Hours, 30+ Ground Hours Avg Flight Hours $300 $600 $50 $6,033 $750 $2,200 $700 $60,923 Written Test Flight Test Record Fee Flight Training AVFO 250 Aircraft Transition $390 AVFO 428 Flight Instructor: Instrument $150 $500 $50 $4,000 AVFO 429 Flight Instructor: Multi-Engine* - $500 $50 $5,010 Training Rates Breakdown This breakdown is NOT in addition to the estimated flight training costs above. These training rates can assist you in estimating your flight training costs. Resource Rental Instructor Per Hour Cessna 172SP - G1000 $159 $59 $218 *Piper 44 (Multi-Engine) $276 $59 $335 Frasca Mentor Simulator $74 $59 $133 Ground Instruction - $59 $59 Prices are subject to change at the sole discretion of Eastern Michigan University and Eagle Flight Centre, LLC. A typical lesson is about 1.5 hours. These rates are not in addition to the estimated training costs. 3

4 Book and Supplies Packages Basic Bronze Silver Gold Platinum Private Package 10% OFF 15% OFF 20% OFF 20% OFF No Headset Sigtronic Headset David Clark Headset LightSpeed Headset Bose Headset + FREE Flight Bag $247 $378 $562 $1,258 $1,303 List of Book and Supplies Private Pilot Certification Price Pilot Operating Handbook (Cessna 172S) $55.08 Airplane Flying Handbook $19.95 Private ACS Standards Book $5.95 Pilot Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge $24.95 Private Pilot Oral Guide $12.95 Private Pilot Gleim $19.95 FAR/AIM $17.95 Kneeboard - Trifold (Recommended) $39.95 Checklists (G1000) $6.00 Fuel Dipstick $10.95 Pilot Logbook $12.95 E6-B Flight Computer $29.95 Plotter $12.95 Chart Supplements $7.00 Sectional Chart $9.75 $ Instrument Certification Approach Plates 5.95 Instrument ACS Standards Book $5.95 Instrument Flying Handbook $24.95 Instrument Oral Exam Guide $12.95 Instrument Gleim $24.95 View Limiting Device (Foggles) $25.95 Low Altitude En-route Charts $5.25 $ Commercial Certification Pilot Operating Handbook (Cessna 172RG) $37.00 Commercial ACS Standards Book $5.95 Commercial Oral Exam Guide $12.95 Commercial Gleim $19.95 Checklists $6.00 $ Multi-Engine Certification Pilot Operating Handbook (Piper 44) $38.00 Checklists $9.00 Multi-Engine Oral Exam Guide $12.95 $ Certified Flight Instructor Certification Aviation Instructor Handbook $19.95 Certified Flight Instructor PTS Standards Book $5.95 Certified Flight Instructor Oral Exam Guide $12.95 $ Headsets Sigtronic Headset $144 David Clark Headset $341 Lightspeed Headset $1,050 Bose Headset $1,095 4

5 Applying for Financial Aid, Grants and Scholarships Financial aid is available for Eastern Michigan University students enrolled at least half time. Financial aid includes, loans, scholarships, and grants. Eastern Michigan University and Eagle Flight Centre are approved by the Federal Government's Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) Program, which allows students who qualify to use financial assistance for flight training. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required for federal financial aid programs which include: Pell Grant, SEOG, Direct Subsidized Loan, Direct Unsubsidized Loan, and College Work Study. Once EMU receives your FAFSA application from the government, you will be sent an Award Notification. University Scholarships are awarded by Admissions when a student is admitted. If you do not receive a scholarship your first year at EMU, you may apply through the University Scholarship Application that is available each December. Outside scholarships opportunities are available. Aviation students will have EMU charges that will be billed by EMU and flight fees charged by the Eagle Flight Centre. Students are responsible for paying the Eagle Flight Centre directly. Students may pay the Eagle Flight Centre with their own funds or elect to borrow through either the PLUS or Private Loan program to cover the Eagle Flight Centre fees. Standard financial aid packages are not enough to cover flight fees. For students who would like to borrow additional funds for the flight program the following options are available: Scholarships In addition to collegiate scholarships there are aviation-related scholarships offered by a variety of organizations. For more information, visit: emich.edu/aviation PLUS Loan The PLUS loan is a loan for parents of undergraduate students. The parent may borrow up to the students cost of attendance minus any other aid the student is receiving. For flight students, you must contact the Office of Financial Aid, so that your cost of attendance can be adjusted for flight classes at Eagle Flight Centre. Parents may apply for the PLUS at studentloans.gov Private Loans In the event that you have exhausted your federal aid, private loans are available. Private Loans are credit-based student loans offered by a number of educational loan companies. For more information on private loans you may visit: emich.edu/finaid/loans Full time is 12 Credit hours or more; Part time is 6 Credit hours. All United States residents automatically receive resident tuition. Applying for FASFA, Grants, and Scholarships: Fill out your FASFA Annually Go to: fafsa.gov FASFA is available every October 1st for the next school year FASFA MUST be completed every year EMU s school code is To avoid delay: Complete your FAFSA early! Watch your my.emich account for any additional documents needed to finalize your aid Apply for Scholarships The Office of Financial Aid Contact Information: Service EMU in McKenny Hall and the Student Center Financial_aid@emich.edu emich.edu/finaid

6 Inside Scholarships Inside scholarships are awards made by organizations affiliated with the school. EMU Scholarship Database: emich.edu/finaid/scholarships.php Michigan Business Aviation Association: mibaa.org/scholarships National Business Aviation Association/NBAA Membership #4843 :nbaa.org/prodev/scholarships/ University Aviation Association / UAA Membership # 3740: imis100us1.com/uaa/uaamain/scholarships/uaa_affiliated.aspx Tkachik Aviation Scholarship: Available each semester. This scholarship will be announced on our Facebook page: facebook.com/emuaviation Lt. Col. Charles S. Kettles Scholarship: This scholarship will be will be announced on our Facebook page: facebook.com/emuaviation Outside Aviation Scholarships Outside scholarships are awards made by organizations not affiliated with the school. Some websites to try include: AvScholars: avscholars.com Federal Aviation Administration Scholarships and Grant Listing: faa.gov/education/grants_and_scholarships/aviation/ Aircraft Owners and Pilot Association: aopa.org/scholarships The Ninety-Nines Inc.: ninety-nines.org/scholarships.htm International Society of Women Airline Pilots: iswap.org/ Women in Aviation International: wai.org/education/scholarships Vertical Flight Foundation Scholarships: vtol.org Scholly App: Fastweb!: fastweb.com Peterson s: petersons.com Cappex: cappex.com/scholarships/ Unigo: unigo.com/scholarships/ Scholarships.com: scholarships.com Outside Scholarships 6

7 Application for Flight Status Last Name First Name Middle Name Male Female Social Security Number [Required] E-ID Student Number Country of Citizenship Mailing Address City State Zip Code Mobile Phone Personal Address Emich Address Have you applied for admission to Eastern Michigan University: Yes No I am applying for: Fall (Sept.-Dec.) Winter (Jan.-Apr.) Spring (May-June) Summer (July-Aug.) I will be: Freshman Transfer Dual enrolled Second Bachelor s Certificates and/or ratings: None Private Instrument Commercial Multi-Engine CFI CFII MEI Ground Schools Completed: None Private Instrument Commercial Emergency Contact: Last Name First Name Relationship Mailing Address City State Zip Code Mobile Phone Address Work Phone Name of Company I certify that all the information in this application is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that misrepresentation of omission of any information may be cause for denial of, or cancellation of, admission; or may result in my being suspended or dismissed from Eagle Flight Centre. Signature of Applicant Printed Name Date 7

8 Information Release I, authorize Eastern Michigan University and Eagle Flight Centre, LLC to disclose and release to one another and to each of their departments and affiliates, all information relating in any way to (i) my academic status and performance; (ii) my conduct and any disciplinary actions; (iii) my financial and financial aid status and (iv) drug and alcohol tests I have taken. (All of the foregoing information is referred to in this Information Release as Personal Information. ) The personal Information that you are authorizing to disclose and release includes, but is not limited to, my course status, course grades, eligibility for and availability of financial aid, payment information and history, disciplinary records, drug and alcohol test results, and any other information relevant to my participation in the Eastern Michigan University Aviation Flight Technology program. Unless the box below is checked, Eastern Michigan University, Eagle Flight Centre, LLC and each of their departments and affiliates are authorized to disclose and release my personal information to my parents or any family member; spouse; prospective employers; and government agency seeking background check. Name of Parent, Guardian, or Spouse Relationship Name of Parent, Guardian, or Spouse Relationship DO NOT RELEASE MY PERSONAL INFORMATION TO MY PARENTS OR ANY FAMILY MEMBER DO NOT RELEASE MY PERSONAL INFORMATION TO MY SPOUSE DO NOT RELEASE MY PERSONAL INFORMATION TO ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY REQUESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION DO NOT RELEASE MY PERSONAL INFORMATION TO A PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYER Signature of Applicant Printed Name Date 8

9 Collegiate Flight Training Agreement Last Name First Name Middle Name E-ID Student Number TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT ENROLLMENT FEES / PAYMENTS: Enrollment Fees are non-refundable. Please make all payments with check, debit or credit card, we cannot accept cash. Checks should be made out to Eagle Flight Centre, thank you. $ COLLEGIATE FLIGHT STUDENT ENROLLMENT FEE: Application/enrollment fee, initial drug testing, renter s insurance deductible wavier. In the event of withdrawal from the program the fee is non-refundable. SALE AND PURCHASE OF FLIGHT TRAINING PROGRAM: Trumbull Aviation, LLC (d/b/a and hereinafter Eagle Flight Centre ) agrees to sell and the student agrees to purchase the Flight Training Program (the Program ) described herein, subject to the terms and conditions set forth on the front (page 1) and the back (page 2) of this Agreement (the Flight Training Agreement ). Eagle Flight Centre will provide the program services and materials to the student following the effective date of this agreement at the address stated herein at times to be mutually agreed upon at later dates by the Student and Eagle Flight Centre. Eagle Flight Centre may substitute instructors or modify training materials at its discretion. CONDITIONS FOR THIS AGREEMENT TO BECOME EFFECTIVE: Certain portions of this agreement may be completed for discussions and information purposes prior to its effective date. This agreement shall not be effective until (a) it had been executed by both the student and an authorized representative of Eagle Flight Centre and (b) the payment obligations of the student have been discharged in a manner satisfactory to Eagle Flight Centre. FLIGHT ACCOUNT POLICY: In order to minimize costly disruptions to your flight schedule, all students will require $500 in their account before being dispatched an aircraft. If your account is below $500 you will be placed on ground status until additional funds are added. If your account is below $100 you will be placed on inactive status and ineligible for ground or flight training. Dispatch will alert you when you fall below $1,000 and can provide your balance on request. If your balance falls below $1,000 please make appropriate arrangements to prevent any disruptions in your flight training. Exemptions will be reviewed by the Supervisor of Flight on a case by case basis. Students in the EMU Flight Technology Program are required to submit the course fee prior to starting training unless a separate financial agreement between the account holder and Eagle Flight Centre has been made. CREDIT POLICY: Eagle Flight Centre does not offer credit or payment plans to its students. PERIODIC RECORDING OF AIRCRAFT RENTAL AND INSTRUCTION HOURS: At the completion of each training session or otherwise on a similar periodic basis, the Eagle Flight Centre may prepare a Training Record Invoice ( TRs ) which report the exact number of hours of aircraft rental, instructor time and other services and/or supplies provided by Eagle Flight Centre to student under this agreement. The student acknowledges that the TRs are used to define and calculate at any point in time, including but not limited to early termination of the Program, the amount delivered and undelivered flight training services under this program. The student agrees to carefully review each record in a timely manner following receipt of the services or materials. The student warrants the accuracy of all TRs signed by the student and agrees not to sign any TRs which are not fully completed or which covers services that have not been fully and satisfactorily provided or delivered to the student. DRUG TEST NOTIFICATION TO PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS: As required by Eastern Michigan University and Eagle Flight Centre s policy and in accordance with applicable Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and/or Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, all prospective students will be urine tested for various drugs, including, but not limited to, the five (5) specific classes of drugs listed below. There is a fee for this test. Enrollment and continued training is contingent upon verified negative test results within the guidelines set for each substance by the Federal government. MARIJUANA AMPHETAMINES COCAINE PHENCYCLIDINE (PCP) OPIATES All such students are subject to drug and alcohol testing and regulations under Eastern Michigan University and Eagle Flight Centre s Alcohol/Drug Testing Policy, which calls for random, post-accident, post-incident, follow up and/or periodic drug testing, whether or not Eagle Flight Centre has reasonable suspicion for such testing. RATES HOURS OF AIRCRAFT RENTAL / INSTRUCTION: The actual numbers of hours of aircraft rental, flight instruction and review/briefings may differ from the number of estimated hours shown in the training agreement. Estimated hours do not guarantee a certificate or rating. Total training cost will vary for each student. The program is based on the minimum requirements established by the FAA, for Part 61. FLIGHT TRAINING RATES / PER HOUR: Resource Rental Instructor Per Hour Cessna 172SP - G1000 $159 $59 $218 Cessna 172RG* $154 $59 $213 Piper 44 (Multi-Engine)** $276 $59 $335 Frasca Mentor Simulator $74 $59 $133 Ground Instruction $59 $59 Note: The aircraft rental rates include fuel and insurance. This is subject to change at any time at the sole discretion of Eastern Michigan University and Eagle Flight Centre. 9

10 ESTIMATED FLIGHT TRAINING COSTS Required Flight Courses Median Time Flight Training AVFO 175a Private Pilot Certification I 38+ Flight Hours, 12+ Ground Hours $8,300 AVFO 175b Private Pilot Certification II 38+ Flight Hours, 12+ Ground Hours $8,300 AVFO 245 Instrument Pilot Certification 50+ Flight Hours, 25+ Ground Hours $9,400 AVFO 361 Commercial Flight Instruction 45+ Flight Hours*, 10+ Ground Hours $7,500 AVFO 371a Commercial Certification I 45+ Flight Hours*, 10+ Ground Hours $7,500 AVFO 371b Commercial Certification II 45+ Flight Hours*, 10+ Ground Hours $7,500 Required Restricted Flight Courses AVFO 426 Multi-Engine Flight Instruction 20+ Flight Hours**, 15+ Ground Hours $6,390 AVFO 427 Flight Instructor: Airplane 27+ Flight Hours, 30+ Ground Hours $6,033 TOTAL Avg Flight Hours $60,868 Elective Restricted Flight Courses Flight Training AVFO 250 Aircraft Transition $390 AVFO 428 Flight Instructor: Instrument $4,000 AVFO 429 Flight Instructor: Multi-Engine** $5,010 Flight training estimates are based on a median time and cost expectation of FAA Part 61 and Part 141 requirements, not the minimums *Pricing CE-172 RG $ per hour **Pricing PA-44 (Multi Engine) $ per hour REFUND POLICY GROUND SCHOOL: Any amount paid for tuition will be 100% refunded if cancellation occurs within 3 days of payment unless class has already started. No refunds are made once class has begun. Cancellations occurring after 3 days of receipt of payment and prior to class starting will be subject to a cancellation fee of $ No refunds are provided for books, charts, headsets or other similar items. TERMINATION OF THIS AGREEMENT BY STUDENT: The student may terminate this program at any time. Upon any such early termination by the student, Eagle Flight Centre shall, within 30 days of such termination, refund to the student one hundred percent (100%) of all unused/undelivered aircraft rental and/or instructor fees. All books, supplies, charts, headsets, etc., delivered to the student are not returnable and are not refundable to the student. If the agreement has been financed, any credit due the student will be paid to the finance company to be applied to the student s account. Any refund due the student will be made in accordance with the terms set by the finance company. TERMINATION OF THIS AGREEMENT BY EAGLE FLIGHT CENTRE: Eagle Flight Centre may terminate this program if: (a) in the opinion of Eagle Flight Centre it would be unsafe to continue the program or recommend student for the anticipated certificate or rating; (b) in the opinion of Eagle Flight Centre, it is unlikely the student will receive the recommendation for the anticipated certificate or rating in a reasonable time or at a reasonable cost; or (c) it becomes unreasonable for Eagle Flight Centre to provide the promised services or materials. Upon any such early termination by Eagle Flight Centre, Eagle Flight Centre shall, within 30 days of such termination, refund to student one hundred percent (100%) of all unused/undelivered aircraft rental and/or instructor fees. All books, supplies, charts, headsets, etc., delivered to the student are not returnable and are not refundable to the student. If the agreement has been financed, any credit due the student will be paid to the finance company to be applied to the student s account. Any refund due the student will be made in accordance with the terms set by the finance company. ASSIGNMENT: This agreement may be assigned by Eagle Flight Centre. ACCEPTANCE BY STUDENT: I have read the terms and conditions on both sides of this agreement. This agreement supersedes any prior agreements between the parties and may not be changed except in writing, and executed by all parties. I also acknowledge receipt of a copy of this agreement. Account Holder Name (sign): (print): Date Parent: (sign) (If Student is Under Age 18) (print): Date ACCEPTANCE BY EAGLE FLIGHT CENTRE, LLC: Authorized Representative: (sign) (print): Date 10

11 Insurance Information for Collegiate Students Last Name First Name Middle Name E-ID Student Number Aviation Liability and Hull Coverages are carried by Eagle Flight Centre. The carrier providing this insurance is Old Republic Aerospace, Inc. The liability and hull coverage carried are for the benefit of Eagle Flight Centre, their employees, and student and renter pilots. These coverages are afforded for an occurrence arising out of the operation of the insured aircraft. The hull coverages are subject to a $500 deductible if the aircraft is not in motion, and $1,000 if the aircraft is in motion. The Cessna 172-RG is a $2,500 deductible in motion. The hull coverage afforded in the policy have subrogation rights within the policy provisions that allow the insurance company to seek legal redress against those individuals found guilty of gross negligence regarding hull coverage. Liability coverage is in the amount of $400,000 per occurrence, with a limit of $100,000 per seat. The legal liability afforded by the policy may or may not be adequate according to the financial circumstances of the individual renter or student pilot. Therefore, it is recommended that each student or renter pilot check with his/her insurance agent or broker, attorney, or financial adviser to determine if additional liability should be purchased from other sources. PLEASE SIGN THE STATEMENT BELOW I understand that I am responsible for the deductible portion of the insurance as described in this declaration. I wish to eliminate the deductible expense for an occurrence arising out of the operation of any aircraft insured by Eagle Flight Centre. I understand that a portion of my enrollment fee eliminates the deductible expense for which I am responsible for the time I am enrolled at Eastern Michigan University and it is effective on the day that the payment was made. Be sure to keep a copy of the receipt with your important papers. A copy of the receipt should be attached to your Flight Training Agreement. It is your responsibility to keep track of when the coverage expires and take appropriate action to renew. Account Holder Name (sign): (print): Date Parent: (sign) (If Student is Under Age 18) (print): Date Attachments: Copy of receipt. Copy of Flight Training Agreement. 11

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13 Aviation Flight Technology Program of Study Aviation Core Requirements AVT Intro to Air Transportation AVMT Aircraft Maintenance I AVMT Flight Operations I AVT Aviation Human Factors AVFT Aviation Weather AVMT Flight Operations II AVFT Intro to Automation in Aviation AVFT Aircraft Systems AVT Aviation Law and Insurance AVT Aviation Industry Regulations AVT Aviation Safety AVFT Cockpit Resource Management AVT Systems Safety AVFT High Altitude Flight AVT Senior Seminar COT 300W - Research and Writing: The Technology Career Perspective (GEWI) 48 Credits Required Aviation Ground Courses AVFO Aviation Ground Instruction (To be taken concurrently with AVFO 175a) AVFO Instrument Ground Instruction (To be taken concurrently with AVFO 245) AVFO Commercial Ground Instruction (To be taken concurrently with AVFO 361) Required Aviation Flight Courses AVFO 175a - Private Pilot Certification (Flight) AVFO 175b - Private Pilot Certification (Flight) AVFO Instrument Pilot Certification (Flight) AVFO Commercial/Complex Flight Instruction (Flight) AVFO 371a - Commercial Certification (Flight) AVFO 371b - Commercial Certification (Flight) 8 Credits 2 Credits 18 Credits 4 Credits 2 Credits Required Restricted Flight Elective Courses (Students must choose either AVFO 426 -OR- both AVFO 382, AVFO 427 -OR- Students may choose three courses) AVFO Multi Engine Flight Instruction (Flight)* AVFO Flight Instructor Ground (To be taken concurrently with AVFO 427)* AVFO Flight Instructor: Airplane (Flight)* 2 Credits Additional Aviation Flight Elective Courses AVMT 387L4 - Cooperative Education in Aviation Technology AVMT Aircraft Dispatch I AVMT Aircraft Dispatch II AVFO Flight Instructor - Instrument (Flight) (Optional) AVFO Flight Instructor - Multi Engine (Flight) (Optional) AVFO Aircraft Transition Possible 14 Credits 2 Credits 2 Credits 1 Credit 12

14 General Education Program Requirements Area I: Effective Communication ENGL Writing CTAC Fundamentals of Speech Area II: Quantitative Reasoning (QR) MATH Pre-Algebra 6 Credits Area III: Perspective on a Diverse World One course in Global Awareness One course in U.S. Diversity 6 Credits Area IV: Knowledge of the Disciplines Two course in Arts (Different Prefixes) Two course in Humanities (Different Prefixes) Two course in Natural Sciences (Different Prefixes) Two course in Social Science (Different Prefixes) 26 Credits 6 Credits 6 Credits 6 Credits 6 Credits Area V: Learning Beyond the Classroom (LBC) - Satisfy two of the following Self and Well-Being Community Service, Citizenship, and Leadership Cultural, Academic Activities and Events Career and Professional Development International and Multicultural Experience Undergraduate Research Some possible opportunities to fulfill LBC credits at NO Tuition cost: Alpha Eta Rho, Sigma Chi Events Officer in a Student Organization Groups on Campus Ambassadors on Campus Yankee Air Force Museum Volunteer Air Force & Naval ROTC Aviation Co-Op 13

15 Suggested Four Year Plan Pre-Private Year 1 Freshman: Fall Semester AVT Intro to Air Transportation AVMT Aircraft Maintenance I AVFO Aviation Ground Instruction (To be taken concurrently with AVFO 175a) AVFO 175a - Private Pilot Certification (Flight) WRTG Writing (Area I) Year 1 Freshman: Winter Semester AVMT Flight Operations I CTAC Fundamentals of Speech (Area I) MATH Pre-Algebra (Area II) AVFO 175b - Private Pilot Certification (Flight) General Education Requirement (Area III - U.S. Diversity) Year 2 Sophomore: Fall Semester AVT Aviation Human Factors AVFT Aviation Weather AVMT Flight Operations II AVFO Instrument Ground Instruction (To be taken concurrently with AVFO 245) AVFO Instrument Pilot Certification Year 2 Sophomore: Winter Semester AVFT Intro to Automation in Aviation AVFT Aircraft Systems AVT Aviation Industry Regulations AVFO Commercial Ground Instruction (To be taken concurrently with AVFO 361) AVFO Commercial/Complex Flight Instruction (Flight) General Education Requirement (Area III - Global Awareness) Year 3 Junior: Fall Semester AVT Aviation Law and Insurance AVT Aviation Safety AVFO 371a - Commercial Certification (Flight) General Education Requirement (Area IV - Arts 1) General Education Requirement (Area IV - Arts 2) Year 3 Junior: Winter Semester AVFT Cockpit Resource Management AVFO 371b - Commercial Certification (Flight) COT 300W - Research and Writing: The Technology Career Perspective (GEWI) General Education Requirement (Area IV - Humanities 1) PSCI The Science of Everyday Life + Lab (Area IV - Natural Science 1) Year 4 Senior: Fall Semester *(Students must choose either AVFO 426 -OR- both AVFO 382, AVFO 427 -OR- Students may choose three courses) AVFO Multi Engine Flight Instruction (Flight)* AVFO Flight Instructor Ground (To be taken concurrently with AVFO 427)* AVFO Flight Instructor: Airplane (Flight)* General Education Requirement (Area IV - Natural Science 2) General Education Requirement (Area IV - Humanities 2) General Education Requirement (Area IV - Social Science 1) Year 4 Senior: Winter Semester AVT Systems Safety AVFT High Altitude Flight AVT Senior Seminar AVFO Flight Instructor - Instrument (Flight) (Optional) AVFO Flight Instructor - Multi Engine (Flight) (Optional) General Education Requirement (Area IV - Social Science 2) 15 Credits 15 Credits 16 Credits 4 Credits 17 Credits 2 Credits 15 Credits 15 Credits 2 Credits 4 Credits Possible 18 Credits 2 Credits 4 Credits 16 Credits 2 Credits 2 Credits 14

16 Admission to the Aviation Flight Technology Program (Second Admission Policy) Requirements for Admission Upon acceptance into EMU, students are coded as Aviation Flight - Intent. To be considered for admission, students must meet the following requirements and submit an application. 1. A minimum EMU cumulative GPA of 2.3 (C+ average). If a student has not yet established an EMU GPA, a combined GPA of 2.3 from all transfer institutions will be accepted. 2. The following courses (or equivalent transfer credit or documentation) are to be completed prior to admission with a grade of C or higher and count toward the total credit hours required for this major. a. AVMT Aircraft Maintenance - 3 hrs b. AVMT Flight Operations - 3 hrs c. AVT Introduction to Air Transportation - 3 hrs 3. The following courses (or equivalent transfer credit or documentation) are to be completed prior to admission with a grade of B or higher and count toward the total credit hours required for this major. a. AVFO Aviation Ground Instruction - 3 hrs b. AVFO 175a - Private Pilot Certification - 3 hrs c. AVFO 175b - Private Pilot Certification - 3 hrs 4. Complete the Private Pilot licensure within one calendar year of initial registration for AVFO 175a. Additional Information If the FAA Private Pilot Written Exam was completed before entering EMU, the student must present the official FAA Private Pilot Written Exam score as documentation of successfully passing the exam. Appropriate credit for AVFO 170 will be applied to the student s academic transcript. If the Private Pilot license was obtained before entering EMU, the student must present the FAA Private Pilot license. (Presenting the written exam score, as stated above, is not necessary.) Appropriate credit for AVFO 170, AVFO 175a, and AVFO 175b will apply to the student s academic transcript. Application Process 1. Attend a mandatory meeting during exam week with the aviation faculty. These meetings will be held once a semester to discuss application procedures, program policies, program costs, and other topics pertinent to completion of the aviation curriculum. 2. Complete all of the requirements for admission that are listed above. 3. Submit an application, with appropriate documentation, by October 1, February 1, or July 1. Application forms are available online at or from the Aviation, Program Coordinator. Decision Notification Process Students will be notified by my.emich after the aviation faculty makes a decision. The program faculty will notify the student no later than three weeks before the start of the semester following the application. Retention Policy In addition to the secondary admission requirements, students are required to: Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.3 (C+) on a 4.0 scale. A student whose cumulative GPA falls below 2.3 will be placed on program probation for the next succeeding term (or two semesters if the student is a part-time student defined as taking 11 credits or less). If the student fails to raise his or her cumulative GPA to 2.3 or higher with the grades earned during the probationary term(s), the student will be dismissed from the program. Students may reapply for admission once their GPA is raised to 2.3 or higher. A student who fails to earn a B grade or higher in any AVFO course will not be permitted to progress in the flight program. 15

17 Financial Aid Checklist To avoid delay in funding and flight training, complete these necessary steps TWO (2) months before classes begin! Use the worksheet on the back of this checklist to help you with the process. This process must be completed every time you register for a flight course. After you Register for Classes you must complete the following: Contact Financial Aid Office Contact: , financial_aid@emich.edu Request a Budget Increase to cover Flight Fees, State which Flight Course you are requesting an increase Flight Courses: AVFO 175a - Private Pilot Certification I - $8,300 AVFO 175b - Private Pilot Certification II - $8,300 AVFO Instrument Rating - $9,400 Apply for Loans Follow the instructions on your Award Notification to receive a Direct Loan If you have already received the annual maximum Direct Loan borrowing limit, you may need to apply for a private or PLUS loan to meet the additional need created by the budget increase Processing Accept your aid amount through my.emich All aid (Scholarships, Pell Grants, SEOG, Direct Subsidized Loans, Direct Unsubsidized Loan, and Private Loans) will be applied to your EMU student account The aid covers all tuition and fees first, and then becomes a zero balance, the excess aid will be refunded to your EagleOne account according to your refund preference, these funds shall be used for your flight fees Funds should be available the first week of classes Before you start flight training Transfer your refund to your Eagle Flight Centre Account In order to avoid delays in your flight training and graduation, transfer ALL funds (Line F) associated with the flight course budget increase to Eagle Flight Centre within the first week of classes It is YOUR responsibility to transfer the funds To Transfer: bring your EagleOne card to Eagle Flight Centre, ask the front desk to put a deposit on your account (You may have to call EagleOne card support to request a large transaction) According to Eagle Flight Centre policies; all students will require $500 in their account before being dispatched an aircraft. If your account is below $500 you will be placed on ground status until additional funds are added. If your account is below $100 you will be placed on inactive status and ineligible for ground or flight training. Dispatch will alert you when you fall below $1,000 and can provide your balance on request. If your balance falls below $2,500 please make appropriate arrangements to prevent any disruptions in your flight training. 16

18 Financial Aid Worksheet Eastern Charges: Directions Potential Amount Line Tuition and Fees Housing and Meal Plans Parking Tag Other Fees A B C D Total Eastern Charges Add Lines: A+B+C+D= E Flight Course Fees: Directions: Select ONLY the course you are registered for that semester and write it in the box Flight Course: Flight Training Costs F Supplies, Written/Flight Tests Cost, Record Fees, etc. G Total Flight Fees for Semester Add Lines: F+G= H Total Estimated Expenses for Semester Add Lines: E+H= I Financial Aid and Scholarships: Pell Grant Other Aid J K Scholarships Add together all scholarships L Estimated Aid and Scholarships: Add Lines: J+K+L= M Loan Amount Needed: Subtract Lines: I-M= N Student Loans Direct Subsidized Loan Direct Unsubsidized Loan Parent Loans Private Loans O P Q R Estimated Student Loans: Add Lines: O+P+Q+R= S 17

19 Student Availability Form Last Name First Name E-ID Student Number Mobile Phone Address Previous Flight Training Weekly Availability Rating Sought Students MUST fly at least 3 times a week and must arrive 30 minutes early for pre-flight. To complete the certifications within the semester it is HIGHLY recommended to fly 4-5 times a week. Instructions: X out the times when you are NOT available for flight training due to class, work, or another conflict. During Winter, Private Pilot flights normally are not dispatched after 5:00pm. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 7:00 am 8:00 am 9:00 am 10:00 am 11:00 am 12:00 pm 1:00 pm 2:00 pm 3:00 pm 4:00 pm 5:00 pm 6:00 pm 7:00 pm 8:00 pm 9:00 pm For Office Use CFI Assigned: IACRA - Not Complete Medical - Not Complete Frequently Asked Questions 18

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21 When do I start flying? Your first week in the program. Your second lesson is in the plane (weather and financing depending). All of your lessons are one-on-one. Can I rent the airplane outside of normal class time? Yes! It is encouraged! See rate sheet for rental costs. Can I take passengers? Yes! After you receive your private certificate, you are allowed to take passengers. How many times should I fly each week? You are required to fly at least 3 times a week or more. The more you fly the faster you will receive your certificates, and potentially save money. Can I fly over summer? Yes! It is the best time to fly! Does the winter weather shut down training? Sometimes. Weather is a big factor to operations. This is a great opportunity to complete your ground lessons. Is there ROTC programs? Yes! Eastern offers Army ROTC, University of Michigan offers dual enrollment for Navy and Air Force ROTC. How far is the airport from campus? Is there transportation to/from campus? About 10 min drive (5 miles). No there is no transportation to/from campus. Freshman may have cars on campus. Are there aviation related student organizations on campus? Yes! Alpha Eta Rho, Sigma Chi is an aviation related student organization on campus. The organization prides itself in its approach to the aviation field, fostering camaraderie, friendship, networking, and support. Membership is open to all collegiate men and women. Is there job opportunity during college? Yes! In addition to the traditional college jobs on campus (housing, dining, etc) There are aviation related jobs offered. Delta Air Lines hires students and offers internships. We are located in the epicenter of aviation industry. There are many companies at Detroit Metro Airport, Willow Run Airport and Ann Arbor Airport that hire students. Eagle Flight Centre hires Flight Instructors and students as dispatchers and lineman in their sophomore to senior years. How much does flight training cost? Is it in addition to tuition? For more details see rates sheet. Yes, flight training costs are in addition to tuition. Make sure you can secure the necessary funds before starting. The fees are not due up front. Can I use scholarships, grants, student aid and student loans to fund my flight time? Yes! Contact financial aid to discuss your options: emich.edu/finaid Is EMU R-ATP approved? Yes! The FAA has reduced the number of flight hours required for EMU Aviation students to earn an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate. Airlines and Charter companies, with nearly a 100% placement rate for all graduates. Do I have to take a physical to start training? Yes. You have to complete a medical. We suggest getting a Class I Medical. Contact our enrollment coordinator for more details. I wear glasses and/or contacts can I still fly? Yes, see your AME for more details. What certificates will I accomplish while at EMU and how long will it take to complete them? You will earn your Private Pilot Certificate (about 6-9 months), Instrument Rating (about 5-6 months), Commercial Pilot Certificate (about 1 year), you then have an option to complete either your Certified Flight Instructor or Multi-Engine Commercial Rating (about 6 months). In total it can take about 2 ½ to 4 years to complete. You also do have the option to complete Certified Flight Instructor: Instrument, and Certified Flight Instructor: Multi-Engine. I have my Private Pilot Certificate; can I transfer it in? Yes! We can NOT accept anything higher than a Private Pilot Certificate. What type of aircraft will I be flying? Our fleet is comprised of new Cessna 172SP Skyhawks, complex Cessna 172RGs, and a multi-engine Piper Seminole. Our Cessna Skyhawk aircrafts are equipped with state-of-the-art Garmin G1000 glass cockpit avionics. Will I be able to fly jets leaving the program? No. We train you to get your commercial certificate. Usually the company that hires you after graduation will train you on a specific aircraft (jet or otherwise). How many hours will I graduate with? hours. How do I build hours so the airlines will hire me? Eagle Flight Centre hires its own Flight Instructors from the graduation pool each year. It takes about 1 year to build from 300 hours to 1,000 hours. You don t have to instruct to build hours you can also do: Aerial survey, pipeline patrol, sky diving operations, just to name a few. Will those hours count after graduation? Yes! Hours accumulate your entire career. What is EMU Aviation alumni doing now? We have alumni all over the industry from: Delta, United, American, ExpressJet, Endeavor, Kalitta Air, Kalitta Charters, USAJet to name a few. What jobs can I apply for and what are the requirements? Regional Pilot (1,000hrs), Corporate, Charter, Cargo Pilot (500hrs-1,000hrs) What do I need to get started? Contact the enrollment coordinator to get started: info@eagleflighttraining.com Do you have pathway programs with airlines? Yes! We are honored to have Pathway Agreements with major Regional 19